The contract, which is for an initial period of one year with options to extend for seven successive one-year periods, would, if extended for all option periods, have a maximum total value in excess of $179 million, the release stated.

According to the release, EMCOR Government Services (EGS) will be responsible for providing regional base operating support services at Naval District Washington, known as the "Quarterdeck of the Navy." EGS'' scope of work will include facility management, fire protection management, pest control, grounds maintenance, janitorial work, refuse collection and snow removal.

"It''s our honor to be working for Naval District Washington supporting facilities that are so vital to the entire Navy — and the country," stated Joseph Gleeson, president of EMCOR Government Services.

"EGS is engineered to provide a unique alternative to traditional government contractors. We dedicate ourselves to providing the very best services on each and every project, as will continue to be the case as we perform this contract," Gleeson added.